This 12-month fixed-term trainee High Intensity CBT Therapist post is in Bradford Talking Therapies at Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust. It combines CBT interventions with accredited training, supervised clinical development and client work. Study takes place two days a week at the University of Sheffield, with client work on other days; the post is based in Saltaire. Applicants need a relevant mental health degree, core professional or PWP qualification, and two years’ relevant experience; recruitment includes an assessment centre, UK right to work is required, and sponsorship is limited to registered healthcare practitioner roles.
What the job involves
- Provide CBT interventions to clients
- Attend the accredited CBT training course, studying at the University of Sheffield two days a week and working with clients on other days
- Complete university assignments and submit practical recordings for supervision
- Take part in regular individual and group supervision to develop clinical skills
- Work strategically across the local system, crossing organisational boundaries to improve access
- Support keyworkers being embedded across health, education and local authority pathways for children, young people and families
- Participate in ongoing service development and clinical learning
What’s required
Qualifications
- Degree-level qualification in a relevant mental health subject, core profession qualification, or low-intensity CBT/PWP qualification
Experience
- At least two years’ experience in a relevant mental health practice area; post-qualification experience is required for the specified professional and PWP routes
- Experience applying evidence-based psychological therapies relevant to the clinical service
Skills & knowledge
- Non-registered professional candidates must demonstrate they meet the relevant BABCP Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes criteria
Checks & eligibility
- Maintain the legal right to work in the UK throughout employment; sponsorship is limited to registered healthcare practitioner roles
Nice to have
- Qualification or certificate in clinical practice teaching
- Involvement in innovative clinical practice
- Experience delivering psychological therapies to patient groups
- Experience applying specialist psychological therapies
What’s offered
- Flexible working arrangements considered
- Increased mileage rates for more than 3,500 miles
- Health and wellbeing support packages
- Internal and external development and learning opportunities
- Regular clinical supervision
- Regular CPD and in-house CBT-related training
Trainee CBT Therapist employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
